Wipe up crumbs and spills immediately Store garbage in sealed containers and remove from the home frequently Keep food packages closed or sealed and store products in air-tight containers Avoid leaving food out on the counter or pet food out on the floor for long periods of time Repair holes or gaps in window and door screens Seal cracks and...

structure th at lead to dark secluded areas, like attics and belfries. Screen attic vents and openings to chimneys. Install door sweeps. Repair any loose siding or shingles. Store trashcans and recycling bins indoors, or in sealed areas such as a locked shed or outhouse. If trashcans are kept outdoors, use animal-proof lids. Bring pet food dishes inside at night...

Eradicating ants becomes eerily beautiful when you use molten aluminum. Check out the video: http://bit.ly/1kJ5wzx Please note that this method is only used on invasive fire ants, and only when a nest is already scheduled to be removed 5]

What to look for when hiring a pest professional? Ask friends, neighbors and other reputable businesses to recommend pest control companies they have used successfully and how satisfied they were with the service. If a sizable amount of money is involved, get bids from several pest control companies. Don’t rush a decision. Since you are paying for professional knowledge, look...

When spring arrives, ants often become a nuisance for homeowners as they move indoors in search of food. And, with more than 700 species in the United States, GGA Pest Management says it’s likely most people will encounter this pest during the warmer months. “As the temperature continues to rise across the country, homeowners might start to find tiny ants crawling...

Bugs, Bulbs and Better Health!? In the developing world, light bulbs are efficient at attracting insects. The blue wavelengths of LED lights are attractive to a range of insects. This attraction is what draws them right into our people's homes. In short, the type of bulb you use can actually increase the risk of catching vector-borne diseases. According to University...

GGA Pest Management shares tips to guard against beetles, moths and other common pantry pests As the holiday season ramps up, families will soon be spending more time in the kitchen, cooking turkey dinners and baking pumpkin pies. However, GGA Pest Management reminds Texas residents to check their cabinets and seldom-used ingredients for pantry pests that can become a hassle....

FAQ's About Bed Bugs | Temple pest Control What do bedbugs look like? They are brown, about a quarter of an inch in diameter, and look like an apple seed or a lentil. Has there really been a resurgence in bedbugs in the U.S. and how do you know? There HAS been an increase in bedbug infestations. Pest control companies...

Celebrating the important role of pest professionals This April, GGA Pest Management is proud to celebrate National Pest Management Month, a public observance formally recognized each year by the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) to acknowledge the pest management industry’s commitment to the protection of public health and property from household pest threats.  Additionally, as spring is an especially busy...

  What are crazy, hairy ants? Are they referred to as Rasberry Crazy Ants or Caribbean Crazy Ants? These are probably all one and the same species Nylanderia pubens with multiple common names. Rasberry crazy ants were first found in Texas in 2002. They are believed to be related to a species from the Caribbean. Caribbean crazy ants are found...

Vacuum and clean all areas – including offices, hallways, lobbies, kitchens, storefronts and public bathrooms on a daily basis. Regularly inspect all areas of business for signs of bed bugs infestations at work. Pay close attention to the seams of furniture and upholstery for telltale brownish or reddish spots. Also beware that these pests have been known to inhabit electrical...

There exists, in the insect kingdom a parasitic wasp that can deploy a virus to enact a mind-control weapon. The wasp literally injects a virus into ladybugs and turns them into zombie bodyguards for its young, a new study says. The D. coccinellae paralysis virus marks the first known virus or other microorganism "involved in a behavioral manipulation that benefits...

A warrior beetle or stag Beetle lived up to its name when it was recorded dispatching a devil scorpion with little effort. The two creatures were placed into a container in order to discover what happens when the tow face off. After feeling out the environment and each other, the enemies literally locked horns in battle to the death.  Eventually,...

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Cricket Protein - Would You Try it? The next time you’re hungry for something nutritious or need a light snack when you’re on the go, look no further than your own back yard. And while there are few more steps to it than that, insects are becoming a delicacy in many countries and fair game all over the world. Next...

It is no secret that termites cause billions of dollars of damage every year in the United States. They prey on building foundations, joists, studs and even furniture once they get inside. Getting rid of them can be both difficult and expensive. In reality, termites are not looking for a “house” to munch on. What they want is something called organic...